The Pembina Enrollment Center sits right at the U.S.-Canada border in North Dakota's Pembina-Emerson crossing, the busiest border crossing in the state and one that runs around the clock for both auto and commercial traffic. Because of that volume, arriving with a clear plan matters more here than at a quieter office. Confirm the port on Google Maps before you head over.
No available appointments at Pembina Enrollment Center?
As North Dakota's main border crossing, appointment slots here can be scarce relative to demand from the region and from Manitoba just across the border. Rather than refreshing the Trusted Traveler Programs site by hand, savvy travelers set up Snapslot to send a real-time text the moment a cancellation opens up, so they can grab it before anyone else does.
Knowing the Global Entry Application Process
- Submit Your Application: Create a Trusted Traveler Programs account and submit the Global Entry application with the fee.
- Await Conditional Approval: CBP reviews your background before clearing you to schedule an interview.
- Schedule Your Interview: If you're going to be late, call ahead; otherwise you may need to reschedule for another day. If nothing is open, Snapslot can alert you the moment a cancellation appears.
- Attend Your Interview: A CBP officer reviews your documents and travel history in person at the border facility.
- Await Final Approval: Most applicants hear back shortly after the interview.
Preparing for your interview
Bring your passport, plus your conditional approval letter and a list of every country you've visited in the last five years. The interview is largely an honesty check, so answer plainly. Dress professionally, as you would for any appointment with a federal officer.
Getting to your appointment
Parking at Pembina Enrollment Center
Turn left immediately after the blue "Enrollment Center" sign and park in the employee parking lot at the CBP building.
Taking Public Transit to Pembina Enrollment Center
There's no meaningful public transit to this border crossing. For travelers coming from elsewhere in North Dakota or from Manitoba, driving is the practical way to get here.
No available appointments?
Check the Trusted Traveler Programs site directly for openings, or let Snapslot watch it for you.
Skip the manual refreshing: Snapslot texts you the moment a Pembina cancellation opens up.